Drug Addiction

Young people often experiment with drugs to experience a high, blow off steam, or cope with the struggles they are facing. It seems like every year there is a new drug that teenagers and young adults are abusing. Today, Galaxy Gas has become a popular but dangerous substance of abuse…

Heroin abuse and addiction are serious problems in the United States. Each year, heroin and other opioids are linked to tens of thousands of deaths–and the number of people who die because of these drugs is still climbing. Florida has faced the devastating consequences of the heroin abuse epidemic, losing…

Throughout America’s opioid crisis, one slang term has emerged that encapsulates both a cultural stereotype and a national emergency: Hillbilly Heroin. The phrase refers to OxyContin, a potent prescription narcotic used for pain relief that has become notorious for its high potential for abuse, addiction, and even death. But where…

Substance abuse and mental health conditions often go hand-in-hand. People with mental illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or physical illness, may turn to drugs and alcohol to manage the symptoms of these conditions. The effects of substances may mask or dull the emotional and physical pain they feel…